Basho Breaks His Silence, Calls the Breeders' Cup Classic

Editor's Note: Matsuo Basho, a seventeenth century Japanese poet, is generally regarded as the most influential and innovative voice in the history of haiku poetry.  We at Paranormal Wagering summon him once a week via spirit medium for his sage advice on upcoming stakes races; the following is our best translation. 

After centuries
of pursuit, perfection has
been found--Zenyatta!

Tarot NFL Game of the Week

Using Benedetti Tarot cards, I have asked the question, Will the vikings beat the packers this sunday?   Results are show:

will the vikings beat the packers this sunday

	The Relationship spread provides insight into the interaction between two people or entities. It is the spread of choice for questions about partnerships, be they in romance or business. The Benedetti Tarot is a highly stylized deck painted on gold leaf. 7 years in the making, the images were inspired by the Visconti Tarot, the earliest Tarot deck still in existence. The Benedetti Tarot is the favorite deck of those who seek simplicity and elegance in their lives.
	The significator, not shown is the card you have chosen to embody your presence and the focus of the reading. The Magician: Mastery over word, mind, and matter. The ability to turn ideas into actions, handle problems, and control one's life. The initiation of new projects, great works, or a new way of life. Eloquent and moving communication. Arcane and eldritch technologies.
	The card at the top left represents how you see yourself. Queen of Pentacles, when reversed: The dark essence of earth behaving as water, such as ice: A cold but generous host, driven by an overwhelming need for to accumulate and maintain opulence. A person so preoccupied with wealth and security that they can never stop to enjoy either. One who reflects the weaknesses of others, breeding suspicion and mistrust.
	The card at the top right represents how you see your partner. The Devil: Being seduced by the material world and physical pleasures. Lust for and obsession with money and power. Living in fear, domination and bondage. Being caged by an overabundance of luxury. Discretion should be used in personal and business matters.
	The card in the center left represents how you feel about your partner. Death, when reversed: Stagnation or petrifaction. The refusal to let go of the past. Resistance to change because of fear.
	The card in the center right represents what stands between you and your partner. Knight of Swords: The essence of air behaving as fire, such as a tornado: A fearless and skillful warrior, unfettered by emotion or material concerns. One able to boldly take on challenges that others consider terrifying or insurmountable. A person who inspires fear and awe through the purity of their purpose and the intensity of their intellect. Speaking frankly, in an outspoken manner, and with great influence. May portend the swift initiation or conclusion of a conflict, through the decisive invocation of force.
	The card in the lower left represents how your partner sees you. Seven of Swords (Futility), when reversed: Being trapped in a hopeless situation and unable to withdraw. A feat of daring that is too much for you to handle. Being caught in the middle of a desperate act of cunning or outright deception.
	The card in the lower right represents what your partner feels about you. Nine of Pentacles (Gain): Good luck attending material affairs. Attaining refinement and embracing elegance. Discipline and nobility applied to the maintenance of security and stability. The wise use of resources and foresight. The fulfillment that comes with accomplishment, and the turning of attention to higher things.
	The card in the center represents the present status or challenge of the relationship. Six of Wands (Victory): A sense of honor and satisfaction at the resolution of an important matter. Triumph after great struggle. Jubilation at the hearing of good news. The realization of hopes and desires.

Interpretation:  If Favre can keep his pants on, the Vikings will win.

--Mike Judge

Playin' the Ponies with Basho

Editor's Note: Matsuo Basho, a seventeenth century Japanese poet, is generally regarded as the most influential and innovative voice in the history of haiku poetry.  We at Paranormal Wagering summon him once a week via spirit medium for his sage advice on upcoming stakes races; the following is our best translation. 

Keeneland, 10/16/10, Race 8: Queen Elizabeth II Challanege Cup, Grade I, Fillies, 3 YO.

Harmonious wins
for the ladies' man, heading
Evening Jewel

Belmont, 10/17/10, Race 8: Knickerbocker Stakes, Grade III, 3 & Up.

Presious Passion, his
last race a prep, toss; maybe
Whatsthescript to place

Oak Tree at Hollywood Park, 10/17/10, Harold S. Ramser Stakes, Grade III, Fillies, 3 YO.

Warren's Jitterbug
dances, make the call; she beats
Mailbu Pier, Iz Tiz

I Ching Picks the Winners: Will Cleveland Browns beat Pittsburgh Steelers this week

	The present is embodied in Hexagram 24 - Fu (Turning Point): There will be a free course and progress. He finds no one to distress him in his exits and entrances. Friends come to him, and no error is committed. He will return and repeat his proper course. In seven days comes his return. There will be advantage in whatever direction movement is made.
	The second line, divided, shows the admirable return of its subject. There will be good fortune.
	The fourth line, divided, shows its subject moving right in the centre among those represented by the other divided lines, and yet returning alone to his proper path.
	The fifth line, divided, shows the noble return of its subject. There will be no ground for repentance.
	The situation is shifting, and Yang (the active masculine force) is becoming much more powerful.
	The future is embodied in Hexagram 58 - Tui (Joy): There will be progress and attainment, but it will be advantageous to be firm and correct.
	The things most apparent, those above and in front, are embodied by the upper trigram K'un (Earth), which is transforming into Tui (Lake). As part of this process, docility and receptivity are giving way to joy, pleasure, and attraction.
	The things least apparent, those below and behind, are embodied by the lower trigram Chen (Thunder), which is transforming into Tui (Lake). As part of this process, movement, initiative, and action are giving way to joy, pleasure, and attraction.

BOTTOM LINE--STEELERS BY 10.